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Security Architect, SME
Location
Virginia
Posted
23 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Security Architect, SME
Abile Group, Inc.
• Lead the development of security architecture guidance and standards • Assess and evaluate security postures and identify protection needs • Develop and deliver reports and strategic enterprise solutions • Support risk management and compliance activities
Job Requirements
- 7+ years of experience designing security architectures referencing NIST security controls
- 2+ years of experience designing Zero Trust Architectures
- Relevant certifications such as CASP, CCSP, CISSP
- Experience designing security architectures hosted in Microsoft Azure
- Extensive knowledge of NIST 800-53rev5
Benefits
- Remote work necessitates a high level of trust in our employees
- Employees are expected to maintain a quiet and distraction-free workspace
- Flexible work arrangements during core business hours
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